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The past few years have shown us that there are a number of weaknesses in our global supply chains. And unfortunately, when those supply chains start to fail, a domino effect occur which can fully disrupt entire industries, as was…

When it comes to Italian-made excellence in 3D printing, there is one name in particular which often stands out. 3ntr is a family-owned company that was founded over 60 years ago as Jdeal-Form. However, under the name 3ntr, it has…

It is Sunday! And to bring in the next week, we at 3Dnatives are once again sharing the top 3D printing videos from this week. Starting it off, a video from Wenext shows how selective laser sintering can be used…

The Print Clay Humidifier is a 3D printed product capable of operating while consuming no energy. The innovative device, made by designer Jiaming Liu, is inspired by the way trees work. In addition to being the first of its kind,…

A recent study from an international group of researchers suggests that pineapple leaf fiber (PALF) could be used to reinforce polylactic acid (PLA). They tested two types of PALF (raw, and alkali-treated) combined with PLA, and results showed better ductility…

Last week, a fire on Rapa Nui, colloquially often referred to as Easter Island in English, damaged many of the more than 1000 Moai statues located there. The damage was extensive and cannot be undone, with more than 100 hectares…

Shadow is a Belgian start-up that has just launched its first 3D printed electric bike. The Shadow M1 integrates a 3D printed frame made of CO2 neutral and biodegradable biopolymers, on a large format FFF machine. The objective is to…

We have known for a while that sustainability is a key benefit of additive manufacturing. There are already many examples of this: for example, in architecture, all kinds of consumer goods, and even lithium batteries. A recently published report now…

It is a common problem that users of fused deposition modeling (FDM/FFF) 3D printing face: what to do with the large amount of empty plastic spools? While some recycle them, many throw them away in a garbage can, thus making…

The US Navy has opened its Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence in a formal ceremony featuring the Virginia Governor and the Office of the Secretary of Defense, as well as Navy officials and industry partners. The Center will be based…

The automotive sector was one of the first industries to use 3D printing. Indeed, it was the first to use the technologies to create prototypes as well as to gradually move towards integrating end-use parts. And the importance of additive…

Mighty Buildings, a company aiming to create beautiful, sustainable, high-quality homes, has announced that it has completed delivery of what it claims to be the first 3D printed, Zero Net Energy home. The two-bed, two-bath home is the first in…